For fans of: Bon Iver, Sufjan Stevens, Cigarettes After Sex

Patrick Watson, based in Montreal, is known for his unique universe, combining delicate piano music, experimental sounds, raw emotions and innovative creativity with which he keeps impressing. The power of his lyrics and the finesse of his piano playing continue to touch more and more people around the world. His song Je te laisserai des mots from 2010 recently reached one billion streams on Spotify—a first for a French-language track—after going viral on TikTok.

Watson, winner of the Polaris Music Prize (Canada, 2007) and multiple nominee for the JUNO Awards and Polaris, has toured worldwide, both with his band and with symphonic orchestras that elevated his music to new heights. In addition, he composed several soundtracks for film and television, including The Walking Dead. His recent singles Silencio with November Ultra and Gordon in the Willows with Charlotte Cardin are delicate gems of tenderness and offer a glimpse of his upcoming album.